1988 Renault 19 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
